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Online Exclusive: Checklist for Allowing Minor Employees to Drive
August 2010
Federal and state law makes clear that minors cannot be employed for the sole purpose of driving a motor vehicle on highways or streets. . . . more
Bulletin: Online Exclusive: Checklist for Allowing Minor Employees to Drive
August 2010
Federal and state law makes clear that you can't employ minors for the sole purpose of driving a motor vehicle on the highways or streets. But minors who are 17-years-old can . . . more
Child Labor: DOL Releases Final Child Labor Regulations; Are You in Compliance with State and Federal Laws on Minor Workers?
August 2010
Employers have long relied on workers under the age of 18 to keep their businesses up and running. While minor workers often provide numerous benefits, they're also subject to a wide variety of restrictions and prohibitions. . . . more
Safety: Governor Signs Law Prohibiting Text Messaging While Driving; Update Your Policies
December 2008
On July 1, 2008, Californians had to put down their cell phones while driving. Come Jan. 1, 2009, the law will expand, barring text messaging, emailing, and instant messaging while driving. The new, stricter provisions were signed into law last month, adding California to the short list of states, including Alaska, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Washington, that have banned texting while driving. Here's an overview of what employers need to know about the new requirements. . . . more
Disability Bias: Ninth Circuit Revisits Whether Blanket Safety Standard Excluding Deaf Workers Violated the ADA; Better News for Employers This Time
April 2008
In late 2006, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a trial court ruling that a United Parcel Service (UPS) safety-based rule excluding . . . more
News Note: Hours Of Service Limits Retained For Truckers
February 2008
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued an interim final rule that will continue to limit truckers to driving only 11 hours within a 14-hour duty period, after which they must go off duty for at least 10 hours. . . . more
Cell Phone and Electronic Wireless Communications Device Policy
CEA Online Exclusive
Cell Phone and Electronic Wireless Communications Device Policy Having a written policy in place that addresses your organization's expectations for cell phone use during working hours and while driving on company business is essential--especially if you have employees who regularly drive as part of their jobs and frequently need to make business calls while on the road. . . . more
Safety: Governor Signs Law Barring Handheld Cell Phones When Driving
November 2006
Californians have become accustomed to using their cell phones day in, day out--and in the car. But come July 1, 2008, we'll all have to put the phone down when driving. . . . more
Employer Liability: Employer to Pay Big for Accident Caused by Employee Using Company Car for Personal Errand; Watch Out for "Implied Permission"
September 2006
Suppose an employee who uses a company vehicle for a personal errand—in violation of your policies—gets into an expensive accident. Are you, as the employer, liable for damages? A California appeals court recently said yes, sticking a Roseville car dealership with a steep bill for more than $277,000. We'll explain how you can avoid getting into a similar jam. . . . more
Bulletin Item: OSHA suggests tips for safe driving
March 2006
If you have employees who drive motor vehicles for work purposes, it’s important to take a close look at whether you’re doing all you can to ensure employees drive safely and avoid accidents—and y . . . more
Safe-Driving Checklist
July 2004
Safe-Driving Checklist A handy checklist you can give to employees to remind them of safe driving practices. Obey the Law: Observe speed limits, Obey traffic signs and signals, Pass other vehicles only on the left, Signal before changing lanes, Never pass a stopped school bus, Yield to drivers who have right-of-way, Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs . . . more
Safe Driving on the Job: What You Can Do to Avoid Motor Vehicle Crashes
July 2004
Safe Driving on the Job: What You Can Do to Avoid Motor Vehicle Crashes According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death at work. If your employees get behind the wheel at work, it's critical for you to do all that you can to help reduce the risk of crashes. Here's a 10-point checklist of the key elements of a driver safety program. . . . more

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